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Overview

Stream Outline The Master of Robotics offers unique opportunities to combine various essential elements from a number of disciplines to develop modern day robotics and autonomous systems – and change the world for the better. This program provides students with the knowledge, tools and strategies to enable them design and … For more content click the Read More button below. The specialisation in Robotics is defined by a core of disciplinary knowledge, advanced disciplinary knowledge and an advanced research component. It provides a solid postgraduate coursework program for the professional Mechanical/Electrical engineer or a Computer Scientist wishing to upgrade their skills or extend their knowledge.

Learning Outcomes

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Advanced Disciplinary Knowledge and practices Graduates will develop advanced theory-based knowledge and techniques within their chosen specialisation. (EA Stage 1 Competency 1.3 / EA Stage 2 Competency 12) Graduates will broaden their knowledge of engineering, including engineering management. (EA Stage 1 Competency 1.4) Graduates will be able to proficiently apply engineering methods to complex engineering problem solving. (EA Stage 1 Competency 2.1)
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Enquiry-based learning Plan and execute an enquiry-based or professional project, involving substantial scholarship. Apply enquiry-based learning and ways of thinking to new disciplinary and/or professional contexts.
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Cognitive skills and critical thinking Graduates will develop their ability to define, investigate and analyse engineering problems and develop creative and innovative solutions to these problems. (EA Stage 2 Competencies 14, 15)
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Communication, adaptive and interactional skills Graduates will demonstrate professional-level skills in presenting information and justifying decisions to other professionals, clients, stakeholders and the broader community. (EA Stage 1 Competency 3.2 / EA Stage 2 Competency 8) Graduates will demonstrate creative and ethical approaches to practice. (EA Stage 1 Competencies 3.3, 3.1) Graduates will develop their ability to work as team members and leaders. (EA Stage 1 Competency 3.5)
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Global outlook Students will develop an appreciation of the issues associated with international engineering practice and global operating contexts. (EA Stage 1 Competency 1.5)
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Graduate Capabilities

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Available in Program(s)
Single degree program(s) in which this specialisation is available:

Master of Engineering Science - MEngSc8338 - Engineering Science

Specialisation Structure

Students must complete 96 UOC.

Advanced Disciplinary Knowledge Course (Core)12 Units of Credit:
Disciplinary Knowledge Course (Core)12 Units of Credit:
Research-Related Course (Core 1)6 Units of Credit:
Research-Related Courses (Core 2)12 Units of Credit:

Advanced Disciplinary Knowledge Course (Electives)

Disciplinary Knowledge Course (Electives)

Engineering and Technical Management Elective

Faculty Electives

Information for Prerequisites

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Additional Information

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